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Microbiology

Resources for microbiology research assignments

Why Conduct Background Research?

To gain familiarity with your topic.

To narrow your topic by finding specific aspects on which to focus.

To provide historical and social context.

To identify experts related to the topic.

Encyclopedia of Microbiology

Encyclopedia of Microbiology by Thomas M. Schmidt (Editor)
Call Number: eBook
ISBN: 9780128117361
Publication Date: 2019-08-14
Gathers both basic and applied dimensions in this dynamic field that includes virtually all environments on Earth.

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Online science and technology encyclopedia covering all major scientific disciplines. Includes primary research material, videos and exclusive animations, plus specially designed curriculum maps for instructors.

Search Tools for Pre-Research and Beginning Research

General Overviews / Beginning Research / Topic Selection Tools

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A collection of edited research books. Try the Concept Map!
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Edited and specialized research ebooks.
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High-quality and professionally edited quick information.
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Magazines, newspapers, and reference books covering current events, pop culture, and more.